Emily Farnworth

Emily Farnworth is director of the Centre for Climate Engagement at Hughes Hall, University of Cambridge. She has over 25 years of experience working with businesses, governments and non-profit organisations to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. Previously the head of climate initiatives at the World Economic Forum, Emily was involved in setting up the Climate Governance Initiative (now hosted at the Centre for Climate Engagement), the Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders, the Mission Possible Partnership and the Natural Climate Solutions Alliance. She has worked in environmental consultancy firms, including ERM and URS, non-profit organisation The Climate Group and has run her own social enterprise, focused on climate action research and campaigning. She is chair of the RE100 Advisory Committee, a member of the Carbon Pricing Leadership Coalition Advisory Group, and a member of the University of Cambridge Sustainability Committee.

Latest Articles by Emily Farnworth

  1. competition law

    27 July, 2023

    How competition law can help, not hinder, climate action

    Boards can take advantage of collaborative sustainability agreements without falling foul of antitrust regulations.